MLRO (Foreign boutique bank)

Your new company A boutique foreign bank, headquartered in Asia, pr. The institution offers a stable platform with a collaborative culture and strong regional footprint. Your new role Act as MLRO and Head of FCC, overseeing AML/CFT framework and financial crime risk management Lead transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, sanctions screening, and KYC/CDD controls Serve as key contact point with regulators, managing inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions Provide advisory to

Hays - Hong Kong - Full time

Salary: Competitive

Your new company

A boutique foreign bank, headquartered in Asia, pr. The institution offers a stable platform with a collaborative culture and strong regional footprint.

Your new role
  • Act as MLRO and Head of FCC, overseeing AML/CFT framework and financial crime risk management
  • Lead transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, sanctions screening, and KYC/CDD controls
  • Serve as key contact point with regulators, managing inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions
  • Provide advisory to business units on financial crime risks, product governance, and regulatory changes
  • Develop and enhance FCC policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
  • Lead and manage a lean FCC team, driving performance and continuous improvement
  • Drive system and process enhancements to strengthen controls and efficiency

What you'll need to succeed
  • Proven experience in Financial Crime Compliance within a banking environment
  • Prior MLRO experience or readiness to take on statutory MLRO responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of HKMA regulations and AML/CFT requirements
  • Experience managing regulatory engagements, audits, and inspections
  • Ability to lead and influence stakeholders across business and senior management
  • Strong communication skills and strategic mindset

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or share your profile to rowina.lo@hays.com.hk
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